Abington, Massachusetts
What is "Business Development"?
Hi, I'm in high school and I think I'm going to work in advertising, but I am still learning about other options. Someone came to speak at our school and said that she worked "in business development". I couldn't figure out what she really does. What does business development really mean, and...
How will I know when a specific field of engineering is for me?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to numerous colleges for engineering. My only problem is that I applied undecided engineering and after hearing numerous colleges talk about the different fields of engineering they offer, I still can't seem to lean towards a field that I like. I...
Would it be good to major in criminal justice and minor in psychology if I want to be a state trooper?
I would like to be a state trooper in the future and I would like to know if those too fields would help me succeed #criminal-justice #psycology
How did you get good at typing quickly?
I like using computers for work much better than working in a store (as an example: a grocery store or a clothing store). I want to type faster!! Can you please tell me how you learned to use your computer keyboard more quickly? (I am in 11th grade but my parents do not have a computer at...
Would you have to adapt often if your career is in technology?
Will you have to "change" in order to avoid structural unemployment? Technology advances at an exponential rate, so one would have to constantly learn new things. Some technologies become obsolete and companies go out of business, so what would that leave for someone working in tech? #computer...
What are the best ways to stand out in the college admissions process?
I have good grades and extracurriculars but is there something else I could do to really boost my application?
#college #collegeadmissions #business #finance #ivyleague #GivingisCaring
Research in industry vs academia
I am a current graduate student in materials science looking into research careers after I graduate. Do you have any insights into the differences between doing research at a company, compared to a university? #science #research #graduate-school
What's the difference between a computer programmer and a software engineer?
Some people say I should be a programmer, but I can't figure out the difference from a software engineer. Please help. #engineer #computer #software #programming
What are some good websites to advance/strengthen your coding skills.
17 year old junior applying to colleges this year #college #engineering #coding
Is it worth it to get an MBA straight after getting a BBA or wait for a couple years before going to grad school?
Don't know which option is better in the long run
#mba #bba
Is it better to take out a loan or to just pay the tuition?
I like to read and I like to write. I am blond. I have 4 sisters and 2 older and 2 younger. Only one of my older sisters is going to college.
#college #financial #financial-planning #money #student
What courses/classes in High School should I take to help gain skills for my interest in business?
Hi, I'm a 10th grader and my interest is both aviation and business. I want to start gaining skills that would help me out in business. I've always been interested in business, leadership, problem-solving, making ideas come to life, being creative and working with other people as a team to...
Am i able to still get my dream job if i have to get a GED?
Am i able to become a counselor if i have a GED? I am failing school and have to repeat 9th grade my school had told me i was most likely get kicked out and most likely will have to get my GED im concerned i wont be able to get my dream job.
How can I stand out for programming jobs straight from high school?
When I graduate high school I'm going to go to college but I also want to try to get some summer or after school jobs to help pay for school. What can I do to stand out for the competition? For example does it matter if I do a team sport or other things or are my grades and programming...
How do I grow my self confidence in order to talk to new people?
College is all about starting a new chapter in your life. You may go off to a different state or even internationally in order to get your education. Inevitably, this means leaving behind old friends in high school. As a shy person I was wondering how one may go about building up some self...
What are different career options if I am interested in computers?
I have heard about computer engineers and computer programmers, but I' wondering what other career options are out there if I like computers? Specifically, I like the internet, and being able to talk to my friends and people all over the world. #computer #computer-engineer #programmer
How do I find a high paying job?
Not sure how to get a good paying job for college when i’m only 18.
How do I compare and choose the school that is the best fit for me and my career?
I want to stay in Massachusetts and I plan to study advertising and marketing. I want to choose a good school that won't leave me in debt for thirty years when I get out of school. There are so many possibilities and it is diff ult to find the perfect fit. What main aspects should I be looking...
If you had six months of free time between college graduation and your first job, what would you do during it?
Right now I have the great opportunity of having the months between January and June completely free as I allocated this time to travel and explore between college graduation and my first job. However, travel is looking unlikely due to the pandemic. I'd like to try and find a few things to do...
Do you ever get nervous when getting ready to perform? If so, what helps to calm the nerves?
In theatre, Movies, Television, and other acting-related things, do you ever come across nerves when getting ready to go on set? If you do, what helps you to get over it and just do it anyways? #art #acting
If the career you're passionate about doesn't make a lot of money for this area, should you switch careers or consider doing something else?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. One of my best friends used to want to be a certain career- until they read a list online that declared his area of choice as one of the "top 10 lowest paying jobs". He immediately changed his mind to marketing and...
Is it a good idea to major in engineering and get a minor in business?
I am a female sophomore at Boston Collegiate Charter School. I am the head of my school's robotics team and I run the social media and the budget for the team. From this experience I have thought about pursuing a major in engineering with a minor in business. I do not know what I could do with...
Becoming A Computer Scientist
Starting college as freshmen in September and chose to major In C.S What would be the best way to start my journey. I have no prior knowledge with coding or anything C.S related but very interested in learning, so many different things to learn I’m not sure where to start, I want to learn...
How do you stay motivated?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school. And I know that it is EXTERMELY early for me already to lack motivation, but I'm taking all these hard AP/IB classes that have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO with what I want to be when I'm older. So I was just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to stay...
How can I figure out the right career for me if I have many different interests For example, I want to go into a career that has to do with sports and business but I don't know where to start finding the right career for me. ?
I love social media marketing, marketing in general, photography, and sports management (I have a leadership-driven personality).
What jobs in technology are the best to get into now?
Hi! My name is Anina, and I'm a high school senior interning at Career Village. My parents are talking to my siblings a lot about what jobs to think about getting after school based on the job's security and room for quick and rapid growth. One of my younger siblings seems very interested in...
What type of marketing careers can be done from home?
I am obsessed with all forms of marketing and plan on studying it. I would like the flexibility to work from home and I am not afraid of hard work. #business #career #marketing #workfromhome #WAH
Where do I start learning how to create a video game?
I have a basic understanding of what creating a video game is like, but I don't know where to start. I don't know how to code or program, I'm not exactly tech-savvy. I don't know where to start! I want to at least learn the basics of creating a video game before I go to college for it. Is there...
How do I start an advertising campaign?
I recently came across a small cafe near my home;it's nice, comfy, and sells good Coffee. The cafe is new (4-5 months) and is having trouble bringing in business ,I offered to help them market their store and they agreed. I only have the most basic understanding of what advertising means ....
What qualities and skills do startups look for in a new hire?
I am in 10th grade, living in Boston, and I am very interested in business and entrepreneurship. I have been hearing a lot about startup companies and wonder what kinds of qualities or skills I’d need to have in order to get an internship with a startup and to eventually work for one #business...
How difficult will it be for me to get into blood spatter analysis?
I am currently working on my bachelors in criminal justice with a concentration in crime scene investigation. If I graduate with just this how difficult will it be to go into the field of blood spatter analysis later on? Should I work on getting anything else regarding just the education...
What are some different careers or majors that I could pursue in Physics or engineering?
I really liked my physics class in high-school, and I am interested in engineering as well, but I am not sure how to move forward in that field. Any suggestions? #physics #engineering #majors #career #college-major
How do start the career process when comes to finding a job?
I don't what to have a career but I want start by just being able to get money. What I want to know how do I that and get a job?
What are some good colleges for engineers? Just for more specific answers I do have a cumulative 3.9 GPA and I´m most interested in coding and computer science
17 year old junior applying to colleges this year #college #engineering #coding
Is the stress of being an accountant manageable?
I'm looking into going into accounting and finance, but don't have an idea of specifically what job I would want. When thinking about accounting, I think of sitting in an office all day and simply doing whatever it is you do for your company. Is the stress manageable or hard to handle?
What are some resources I can use to educate myself about sustainability and possibly enter the field? What are your favorites?
#field #sustainability #research #climatechange
#women-in-tech
How to get a letter of recommendation when I'm a shy student?
I'm a decent student who occasionally contributes to the conversation and I get A's and B's in school, but I don't think I have developed a close relationship with any of my teachers. Speaking up in class is hard for me and it often feels like I'm being drowned out but other students. I'm...
What majors should someone interested business analysts look into?
I was wondering what kind of courses should someone interested in business analysts take. #business #money #mathematics #money-management #analysts
What college courses should I take if I plan to major in marketing?
I will be attending college in the fall and intend to major in marketing. I am unsure of what other courses would be helpful. I’d like to become a marketing manager at some point in my career. What courses would help me to achieve this goal? #management #marketing #manager #courses...
How do I improve my skills in math?
I have seen khan academy online, but I am still not able to pick up in maths as i am a telugu student. {lease refer me to any telugu academy.
[P.S. This question was edited by a site admin for grammar and clarity.] #mathematics #math #higher-education #personal-development
Is working at a tech company just like the HBO "Silicon Valley" show?
I've always been curious about working at a startup or at a big tech company in silicon valley. I got to watch the HBO show at a friends house the other day and I thought it was ultra funny. Although I did not get some of the jokes. But is that what it is really like? Especially the part where...
What kinds of careers in tech will pay for me to travel?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning for Career Village. I was wondering what kinds of jobs there might be in tech where my business would pay for me to travel. For example, I know someone who can get their company to pay for them to go to a Las Vegas tech conference...
What jobs are available to someone interested in the math field?
I am a Junior from KIPP Academy in Lynn Massachusetts and for most of my academic career have found a liking in math, as a result of this interest I was hoping to continue pursuing this at the next level and was hoping to see some examples of jobs that involve math. #mathematics #career-options...
What are some activities, study skills, and internships college freshmen can start implementing to maximize their chances of getting into med school?
I'm really into oncology and research but love working in clinical atmospheres.
How do I know what I want to do for a career?
There are a million careers that I would find interesting, but finding the one I want for the rest of my life seems as or even more difficult than the meaning of life itself. All jokes aside, throughout high school, I've really excelled in all my science courses, so I think that's a start....
What major would be most helpful in getting a career in software development?
I love working with computers and I'm interested in a career in software development. I'm not sure what is the best major in achieving this goal. #technology #software-development
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